In my recently published book “Jottings of a Geriatric Judge” I acknowledged Jack Huyler:“The late John S. (Jack) Huyler, M.A., teacher, writer, diarist, horse whisperer and friend, at the Thacher School, Ojai, California, for recommending me to jot.”He did just that. And my treasured copy of his “The Stamp of the School” was exactly that […]
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George Arnold ’74
I have been working in the social investment arena in New Zealand, which has been very interesting. If anyone is interested in exploring some of the furthest reaches of Thacher’s diaspora, we would welcome visitors! George Arnold CdeP 1974
Kaitlin Bond ’09
Kaitlin Bond ’09 married Thomas Ward on June 25, 2016, beach-side in Cayucos, California with a small celebration including family and friends from Scotland and throughout the U.S. Toads in attendance were ALISON ESPINOSA-SETCHKO, ELIZA CHILDS, ALEXANDRA MONTAGUE and NICK WILDER. Kaitlin and Tom met as scuba dive instructors 8 years ago in Fiji, traveling […]
Auriga Bork Martin ’96
This photo was carefully orchestrated by we parents (mainly me) months in advance. I had these shirts made in New Zealand after the one we were given 6 years ago got too small. We’ve attempted to capture our children preparing for their adventuring Toad spirit early by eating Nasi Goreng, catching waves, swimming in the […]
Russell Callander ’59
I retired from the District Court Bench last year after 35 years. I am still a convenor of the New Zealand Parole Board. Last October, six of us from ’59 enjoyed a delightful re-union dinner party at the San Francisco home of Steve Mayne. Nearly 56 years down the track and we are all still […]
Wardie Ward ’63
Since my kids have decided to live and work in the USA rather than their country of birth (New Zealand) or their previous country of residence (Australia), and they now live and work in NYC and San Francisco, we will get together in July for my 70th birthday in San Miguel de Allende, which is […]
Steve Mayne ’59
A mini-reprise of the Class of 1959’s 55th Reunion dinner was held at our home last October to celebrate the visit of our Kiwi classmate Russ Callander and his lovely bride Suzanne, whose world travels caused them to miss our Reunion at Thacher. Linda and I were joined by classmates Bob and Mary Ellen Boyd, […]
Doug Kirkpatrick ’86
Carolyn Reed Kirkpatrick (’86) and I are getting back to the Ojai more often now that our oldest son, Liam ’17, chose to attend Thacher. On the work front, I left my 15-year career as a portfolio manager and analyst at Artisan and Janus to launch an online investment advisory startup called AlphaGlider. It strives […]
George Arnold ’74
Still down in New Zealand, working on ways to lift the pace of innovation in our health system. I’m interested in hearing from anyone who is involved in similar endeavors around the world. We love visitors, so if you find yourself down in this part of the world, please let me know. George Arnold CdeP […]
J. Russell Callander ’59
In May, I retire after 35 years on the District Court Bench. I have been blessed with good health, a loving wife, and great family, friends, and colleagues. I recognize my AFS year at Thacher as a wonderfully formative event in my life. I have watched the development of the school over the last half […]